Ethane
C₂H₆
Ethane is the second alkane in the homologous series — two carbons joined by a single bond, each carrying three hydrogens.
Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Molar mass | 30.07 g/mol |
| Physical state (25°C) | Gas |
| Polarity | Nonpolar |
Uses and occurrence
Present in natural gas at a lower proportion than methane, it's used as feedstock to produce ethene (via cracking).
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